I love it when I come across books that I can read with my book club! I’ve been reading about Leonora Bolt for a while, but The Great Gadget Games is the first one I’ve read in the series.
Clearly, earlier in the series, Leonora Bolt was in the clutches of her evil uncle Luther. She’s escaped and is now determined to save her parents too. The best way to do so is to take part in the great gadget games her uncle has organised. She is a super-inventor after all!
From wild inventions to wacky ideas, Leonora Bolt: The Great Gadget Games is an explosion of imaginative escapades. Leonora, however, is more than just an inventor. As the story proceeds, I love how she knows how important it is to win, but realises that the best way forward is through teamwork. She isn’t afraid to ask for help when she needs it, and she doesn’t give up even when it seems as if it is too late to save her parents.
As I was reading the book, I couldn’t help thinking about how full of possibility it is as a book club read! I love working with ingenious inventions, and The Great Gadget Games sparkles with them. She has a quirky animal companion too – an otter! A sweet, quick read, Leonora Bolt seems like a promising series for young readers.
| Title | Leonora Bolt: The Great Gadget Games |
| Author | Lucy Brandt |
| Tags | Science Fiction, Early Middle Grade, Leonora Bolt |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4 |
| Ages | 9+ |
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